Chabot College
Fall 2010
Course Outline for Computer Application Systems 72A
ELEMENTARY COMPUTER KEYBOARDING I
Catalog Description:
72A – Elementary Computer Keyboarding I
(May be repeated 3 times)
1 unit
Self-paced basic introduction to the computer keyboard for developing correct keyboarding skills.
3 hours laboratory.
[Typical contact hours: 52.5]
Prerequisite Skills:
None
Expected Outcomes for Students:
Upon completion of the course the student should be able to:
1. demonstrate correct fingering techniques when typing alpha characters, numbers, and
symbols;
2. demonstrate correct posture while keyboarding;
3. describe the basic parts and functions of the computer keyboard;
4. keyboard two-minute timings at a speed of at least 20 words per minute with 5 errors or less.
Course Content:
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Learning alphabetic keys, number keys, symbols
Learning correct posture
Learning the parts and functions of the computer keyboard
Completing two-minute timings with three errors or less
Methods of Presentation:
1. Laboratory
2. Keyboarding computer software
3. Instructor demonstrations of keyboarding techniques and correct posture
Assignments and Methods of Evaluating Student Progress:
1. Typical Assignments
a. Observe simulated computer keyboarding demonstrations
b. Key alpha and numeric drills from computer software
c. Key alpha and numeric drills from the textbook
d. Complete 1-minute and 2-minute timed writings
e. Print lesson reports
2. Methods of Evaluating Student Progress
a. Keyboarding drills
b. Two-minute timed typing exams
c. Exams including final exam
Textbook(s) (Typical):
Keyboarding & Formatting Essentials 5, Lessons 1-60 Van Huss, Forde, Woo Southwestern,
2008
Chabot College
Course Outline for Computer Application Systems 72A, Page 2
Fall 2010
Special Student Materials:
1. Headphones
2. Portable storage device
3. Southwestern Keyboarding Software (optional)
MD
CAS 72A Course outline
Revised Aug2009